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Congressman Nadler Voices Support for Substitute Amendment on Iraq

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Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) today announced his support for a substitute amendment, offered by Rep. John Spratt (D-SC), to House Joint Resolution 114, authorizing the President to use military force in Iraq. More information on the Spratt Substitute will be able to be found, later today, at: https://www.house.gov/spratt Rep. Nadler's statement is below: "Tomorrow, I intend to vote against the co-ca... Read more »

Statement of Position on Iraq by U.S. Representative Jerrold Nadler

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“With the publication this morning of the so-called “compromise resolution” on Iraq, it has become apparent that the Administration has no intention of altering its perilous course. This resolution is no compromise. It is, in all important respects, much like the original draft - a blank check on the model of the Gulf of Tonkin resolution. I have, so far, refrained from public comment on the issue... Read more »

Rep. Nadler Introduces Resolution Condemning So-called "Honor Crimes"

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Calling attention to one of the most gruesome forms of crime committed against women, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) joined with other Members of Congress, as well as the National Organization of Women, Amnesty International, and the Feminist Majority to introduce a resolution condemning so-called “honor crimes.” “Let there be no mistake, there is absolutely nothing ‘honorable’ about these so-called ‘... Read more »

Permanent Partners Immigration Act Hits 100 Cosponsor Mark!

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Demonstrating the breadth of support for equal immigration rights for same-sex permanent partnerships, a bill which would extend to couples in permanent partnerships the same benefits legal marriages enjoy under the US Immigration Law reached 100 cosponsors this month. To mark the occasion, the sponsor of The Permanent Partners Immigration Act, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), has written to Rep. Georg... Read more »

Nadler Lauds FEMA on Transportation Decision

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Responding to news that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has decided to release up to $4.55 billion for an improved transportation system to replace what was destroyed downtown on Sept 11, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) released the following statement: "Today's FEMA decision is key in New York's recovery effort. I have lobbied, along with many of my colleagues, for FEMA to make new expe... Read more »

Rep. Nadler Condemns Latest Palestinian Murder Act

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In response to the latest attacks in Israel, at Hebrew University, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) issued the following statement. "I join with so many of my colleagues in condemning the latest murderous attacks on innocent Israelis and Americans, at Hebrew University, at the hands of Hamas. I offer my condolences to all of the victims' families for the loss of their loved ones, at least one of whom re... Read more »

Nadler Reacts to WTC Redevelopment Plans

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Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) released the following statement regarding proposals for the redevelopment of the World Trade Center site, which were unveiled by the Lower Manhattan Development Corporation (LMDC) today. Rep. Nadler represents New York's 8th Congressional District, which includes the site: "The release of six designs for redevelopment on the site of the World Trade Center is an importan... Read more »

New Nadler-Crowley Bill May Cause Fatigue, Nausea, Dry Mouth and Increased Heart Rate... For Drug Companies!

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From Claritin to Allegra, Americans are inundated everyday by television commercials advertising prescription drugs. What most Americans may not know is that these ads are subsidized with their taxpayer dollars. All that would end if a new bill, “The Say No To Drug Ads Act,” introduced today by Reps. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) and Joseph Crowley (D-NY), passes. “The Say No To Drug Ads Act” would prohib... Read more »

Congressman Nadler Announces Move to Extend 9/11 Unemployment Benefits

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Noting the urgency of the situation regarding those still unemployed as a direct result of the 9/11 attack, Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY), at a press conference today announced introduction of a bill that would extend benefits for those unemployed, by 13 weeks. The legislation is identical to a bill introduced on Monday by Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY). He was joined at the announcement by Sen. ... Read more »

Rep. Nadler Claims "Double Victory" With FEMA

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Rep. Jerrold Nadler (D-NY) released the following statement today in regards to the announcement by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) that it will expand guidelines for applying the Mortgage and Rental Assistance Program (MRA) in New York City and will review all previously denied cases using the expanded guidelines. "Today, we've scored a double victory with FEMA. The announcement th... Read more »

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